Home Based Companion for Adult with Autism

National Care Advisors • Newport Beach, CA

2d • $38 • Onsite

About The Position

A family is looking for part-time direct companion care for a 34-year-old adult male with autism.

If you have had experience with any of the following fields, you are encouraged to apply:
Care for adults with autism or direct care for mental health clients.

The qualifications include a minimum of a bachelor's degree in a related field, such as psychology, education, social work, or other relevant disciplines. Additional requirements are flexibility, residency in Orange County, and possession of a valid driver’s license and a vehicle.

Requirements

• Experience with Autistic Adults
• Psychosocial approach for the plan of care VS a behavioral approach.
• Clinical judgment with a strength-based approach to adjust techniques according to the client’s needs.
• Employ positive behavior support strategies to reduce the occurrence of challenging behavior.
• Supportive partnership with client and family. Maintain professionalism and uphold confidentiality and respect.
• Flexible work availability, 2 to 3 times a week, for 4-hour shifts.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field, such as psychology, education, social work, or other relevant disciplines.
• Flexibility
• Residency in Orange County
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and a vehicle.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree is preferred in special education or mental health-related fields, with at least two years of experience.
• Care for adults with autism or direct care for mental health clients.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time